Cape Dorset Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 19h 48m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Cape Dorset Airport
Kinngait Airport is located at Kinngait, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the Government of Nunavut.
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Live weather
CYTELive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13T / 31T | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 100 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS | 128.700 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cape Dorset Airport?
The ICAO code for Cape Dorset Airport is CYTE, and its IATA code is YTE.
Where is Cape Dorset Airport located?
Cape Dorset Airport is small airport located in Kinngait, Canada, at an elevation of 164 ft (50 m).
How many runways does Cape Dorset Airport have?
Cape Dorset Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
Which airlines fly to Cape Dorset Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cape Dorset Airport include Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cape Dorset Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Cape Dorset Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cape Dorset Airport in?
Cape Dorset Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cape Dorset Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cape Dorset Airport is approximately 21.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cape Dorset Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.